How new Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo forced Uganda to halt its biggest religious gathering Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | For weeks, Christian Congolese pilgrims had been walking. From the crowded trading centres in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, from villages shadowed by militia violence and chronic displacement, …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced the postponement of this year’s Uganda Martyrs’ Day commemorations, citing the risk posed by a growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and confirmed cross-border transmission into Uganda. The annual event, traditionally held on June 3 …
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Pope Leo XIV’s first official trip to Africa started with a fascinating stop in Algeria. Here the pontiff’s visit to the Grand Mosque of Algiers was an attempt to strengthen Christian-Muslim relations. The stop was also to pay homage to Saint Augustine, founder of the order that he is a member …
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Today, consumerism and capitalism are the forces behind the digital technologies that manipulate our understanding of happiness ARTS | ANNE H. VERHOEF | When we seek happiness, what exactly are we searching for? And when we wish happiness on someone else, what is it that we truly desire for …
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Sydney, Australia | THE INDEPENDENT | The ordination of Lawrence Zimbe at St Brendan’s Church in Annandale has underscored a growing religious and diplomatic bridge between Australia and Uganda. The Most Rev. Danny Meagher presided over the ceremony, which drew a capacity crowd, including 15 priests and 10 seminarians. Among …
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COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | Gen. Kahinda Otafiire, the Minister of Internal Affairs, must be deeply concerned by the recent events in Yumbe District, where members of the Muslim community reportedly attacked their fellow citizens of the Christian faith. Over the past few days, Muslims in Yumbe, led by the …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hosted renowned international televangelist Pastor Benny Hinn at State Lodge – Nakasero, in a spiritual and reflective meeting that centered on the value of Christianity to Africa, national transformation, and prayer for the nation. According to a press statement …
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Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has warned Christians against neglecting earthly responsibilities while pursuing their spiritual needs. Vice President Rt. Major Jessica Alupo represented President Yoweri Museveni as Luwero Anglican Diocese held a thanksgiving prayer in celebration to mark 33 years since it was consecrated …
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Local mosque leaders at the Namugongo Martyrs site are openly accusing senior figures within UMSC, who received the funds, of failing to disburse the money directly to the site for its intended purpose. Namugongo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Amid escalating disputes over state funds for this year’s Muslim Martyrs Day …
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Pentecost, Possession, and Sacred Language COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | Pentecost marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples, fifty days after the resurrection and ten days after the Ascension. According to Acts 2, the Spirit arrives with the sound of a rushing wind and tongues of fire, …
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